Derby, United Kingdom, United Kingdom — cost of living
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Derby, United Kingdom

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Derby, United Kingdom

About Derby, United Kingdom

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$864
Family of 4 / mo
$2,209
Avg salary (after tax)
$3,684

Derby is a charming city located in the heart of England. Known for its rich history and vibrant culture, Derby offers a mix of old and new. The city is famous for its role in the Industrial Revolution, especially in the production of pottery and railways.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $92.67
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $86.14
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $46.47
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $98.15

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $3.85
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $3,485

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $2.12
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $5.79
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $5.47
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.83
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.82

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $21.15
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $78.31
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $9.39

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $18.49
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $3.52
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.83
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.78
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $3.18
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.23
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.23
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.21
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $9.4
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $17.22
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $8.74
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $9.22
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.05
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.2
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.06
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.44

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $549.14
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $783.07
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $705.75
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,253
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,253
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $556.58

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $41.71
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $16.05
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $14.1
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $1,566
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $20,360

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $3.12
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $4.7
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $31,323
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $19.72
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $87.71
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $33,511
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $4.38

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $45.42
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $328.82

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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